About the role#
As a Category Operations Project Intern, you will join the US Operations team to support seller acquisition, onboarding, and campaign execution. You will work on projects that connect sellers with consumers and drive the growth of TikTok Shop.
What you'll do#
- Acquire and incubate merchants to support category growth.
- Discover innovative collaborative models that align with merchant development goals.
- Invest platform resources effectively.
- Solve business growth challenges by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Offer strategic solutions regarding content, creators, affiliates, agencies, merchandising, and logistics.
- Update clients on TikTok Shop product developments and promotional opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an MBA.
- Strong analytical skills, structured thinking, and good data sense.
- Proactive and resilient approach to work.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations and adjust to change.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to move projects forward.
- A focus on business goals.
- Experience in e-commerce, retail category management, or business development is a plus.
- Familiarity with the TikTok content ecosystem and brand-creator partnerships is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Employment type: Full-time intern.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23.75 per hour.
- Selection process: Rolling basis.
About TikTok
TikTok operates as an entertainment provider. The company maintains a global presence with offices in cities including Los Angeles, Singapore, New York, London, and Tokyo. It employs over 92,000 people. The organization is privately held.
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